1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 715 kg more than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Autobianchi | Volvo |
Model | Bianchina | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 35 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |